The Inspiring Journey of Commander Benjamin Mwathi
“I would never take what does not belong to me, even though it took a long time for me to receive promotions or accumulate wealth,” Mwathi said.

Uasin Gishu County Commander Benjamin Mwanthi.
By Jessica Nyaboke
Meet Benjamin Mwathi, a humble police officer who, despite holding the highest rank as Uasin Gishu County Commander, has remained grounded throughout his career.
Mwathi’s journey has been marked by numerous challenges, but none deterred him from pursuing a career in the disciplined forces immediately after completing his Form Four education.
Born and raised in Kitui, Mwathi recalls how his parents opposed his decision to join the police force, believing that the career would oppress people, especially those from low-income backgrounds. His God-fearing parents feared that if their son became a police officer, he might succumb to taking bribes, which they believed would bring a curse upon their family.
After graduating from Kiganjo Training School, Mwathi was posted to several stations, where he served diligently as a police officer. He proudly states that he has never taken a bribe, a value instilled in him by senior officers who mentored him.
“I would never take what does not belong to me, even though it took a long time for me to receive promotions or accumulate wealth,” Mwathi said.
He also shared that he used to ride a regular bicycle to work, a habit that made him the subject of ridicule at the station, despite holding the position of OCPD (Officer Commanding Police Division).
“As a Christian, I knew that God would bless me at the appointed time,” Mwathi added.
As a devoted member of the Africa Inland Church (AIC), Mwathi believed that God was preparing him for greater things. His faith was rewarded when he was selected for a peacekeeping mission in Ethiopia, where he worked for two years, earning triple his usual salary.
“That was a sign of even greater blessings to come, in God’s appointed time,” Mwathi remarked.
He used the money to buy his first personal vehicle, which he still drives to work today. His message to junior officers is clear: “Don’t lose focus. Work hard and persevere.”